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Thinking about holiday gifts for someone in your life with sight loss? Shop CNIB has a lot of different gift ideas to make this holiday season extra special. All proceeds go towards CNIB Foundation services for people with sight loss.

The Energrid Power Bank is specially designed for users who are blind or partially sighed and provides power on the go. Charge an array of devices including iPhone, iPad, iPod, Android smartphones and tablets, Bluetooth headsets, MP3 players and more. Sound or vibration indicates the amount of remaining battery and tactile markings make for easier accessibility.

No need to worry about damaging pins with this reversible USB charging cable. Connect to any standard USB-A and USB micro-B port on any manufacturer’s device without regard to orientation. The cable contains fast charging oxygen-free copper threads and its high-density triple shielding reduces interference.

This discreet innovative device uses ultrasound waves to detect obstacles. Through a series of vibrations, it helps navigate users around obstacles at the upper body and head level. Not intended to replace a cane, but should be used in combination with a cane or guide dog. Micro-USB charging cable included.

The Ruby XL HD uses high-definition camera technology to provide crystal clear high-contrast images. Magnify images up to 14X without distortion on the 5-inch (13-centimetre) widescreen LCD. Snap it open to read the screen effortlessly at a natural angle. Use the flip-out handle in two positions to read items nearby or reach to read items on shelves.

This sleek lighting and magnification tool can be used as either a desk lamp or a floor lamp Unlike ordinary lighting, this Daylight LED lamp also features a 2X magnifier. Enjoy crafts, reading and other tasks in comfort using the lamp's gooseneck that aims light and magnification right where you need it.

Simple to use, this basic large-button phone is economically priced but packed full of features. Use it as a hands-free phone by pressing the speaker button. Make a call and respond to a call without picking up the handset. Features large, white number keys measuring 1 by 1.25 inches with bold black numbers measuring 0.75 inches high.

This versatile talking watch announces the time and day in a synthetic female voice with optional time announcements every hour. You can also read the time on the large LCD screen featuring 1-centimetre numbers. Comes with a one-year warranty and includes a lithium battery.

These bump-on dots have a variety of uses around the home – from helping you identify everyday items like computer keys, telephone buttons and more, or adding “feet” to vases and ceramic pieces. Features eight different types of sizes and colours.

It's the size of a credit card, but this 3X pocket magnifier gives you extra-strong illumination and magnification in one. The LED light only comes on when you slide the lens out of the reinforced silver-coloured plastic case. Comes with a one-year warranty.

This handy device lets people with sight loss know when hot or cold liquid being poured into a container is near the top. Just hang the device on the rim of a cup or glass, begin pouring the liquid into the vessel and listen for the buzzer, which will sound when liquid reaches half an inch from the top.

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For Canadians who are blind or partially sighted, described video is not just a way to access entertainment. It levels the societal playing field by allowing everyone to enjoy popular culture. The CRTC is trying to mandate described video during prime time, and some broadcasters are pushing back and seeking exemption.

Canadians who are blind were looking forward to described video for all shows during prime-time hours starting in September 2019, as mandated by the CRTC.

But now three Canadian broadcasters have petitioned the CRTC to exempt them from providing described video to non-Canadian programs received less than 72 hours prior to broadcast without described video.

Aspiring Canadian entrepreneurs can now learn to run their own business with the Venture Zone Game, a new app that teaches business skills in a fun way. The app is now available for free download on the Apple App Store in Canada and is fully accessible for Canadians who are blind or partially sighted.